Hearty Lentil & Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown lentils, rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 large Carrot, diced
• 2 Celery stalk, diced
• 1 large Onion, chopped
• 4 cup Vegetable broth, low‑sodium
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 3/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in cumin, then add lentils, canned tomatoes, and broth.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 25‑30 minutes until lentils are tender.

4. 4

   Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.